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Search OptionsInsightsAttorney Judy L. Woods Named to the Advisory Committee on Litigation for The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
Krieg DeVault is pleased to announce that attorney Judy L. Woods has been named to the Advisory Committee on Litigation for The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Woods was named to her new position during the 223rd General Assembly of the Presbyterian… 
FSSA Revises Timely Filing Limit for Fee-For-Service Claims to 180 Days
On June 19, 2018, the Family and Social Services Administration’s (“FSSA”) Indiana Health Coverage Programs (“IHCP”) released provider bulletin BT201829 regarding revising the timely filing limit for Medicaid fee-for-service claims. Beginning… 
Court Finds Restrictive Covenant Unenforceable Against Hospital-Based CRNAs
A recent Indiana case involving a non-compete in the healthcare field is worth review. In Great Lakes Anesthesia, P.C. v. O’Bryan, the Indiana Court of Appeals held that a restrictive covenant between an independent anesthesia group and two of its… 
FSSA Extends and Updates Indiana's Hospital Assessment Fee Program
On May 17, 2018, the Family and Social Services Administration (“FSSA”) published a final rule, LSA Document #17-552 (“Final Rule”), to update and extend Indiana’s Hospital Assessment Fee (“HAF”) program.[1] The Final Rule amends 405 IAC 1-8-5 and… 
The Joint Commission to Require Immediate Notification for Loss of Deemed Status
The Joint Commission recently announced a new element of performance to Accreditation Participation Requirement APR.01.03.01 (“Element of Performance”). The Element of Performance requires immediate notification to The Joint Commission when the… 
Indiana Medicaid Proposes Overhaul of Program Integrity Rules
On June 13, 2018, the Indiana Office of Medicaid Policy and Planning (“OMPP”) published a notice of intent (“NOI”) to adopt an administrative rule (“LSA #18-251”) that overhauls existing program integrity, Medicaid provider appeals, and Medicaid… 
Recent OIG Opinion Permits Free Samples to Patients
On April 30, 2018, the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General (“OIG”), issued an Advisory Opinion regarding an Arrangement whereby a Company that distributes and sells medical device and pharmaceutical products provides… 
Changes in Indiana's Notaries Public Law - Effective July 1, 2018
On July 1, 2018, Senate Enrolled Act No. 539 (“SEA 539”) will go into effect. This new act impacts the largest group of public officials in Indiana—notaries public. SEA 539 will change both the notary seal requirements and education requirements for… 
Recent Guidance for the Mental Health Parity Act: Are You in Compliance?
The Department of Labor (“DOL”) is buckling down on compliance with the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 (“MHPAEA”). On April 23, 2018, the DOL released a plethora of updated information that provides employers, who sponsor… Illinois Medicaid Proposes Changes to Certain Psychiatric & Behavioral Health Payments
In a May 25, 2018 notice, the Department of Healthcare and Family Services (the “Department”) announced a proposed change in the methods and standards by which the Department will reimburse providers for psychiatric and behavioral health services.… 
False Claims Act Settlement Puts Spotlight on Pharmacy Auto-Refills For Medicaid Beneficiaries
A May 29, 2018 United States Attorney’s Office District of Minnesota press release reported that Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. and Sam’s West, Inc. (d/b/a Sam’s Club) have agreed to pay a total of $825,000 to resolve allegations that the stores violated the… 
Indiana DFI Issues Advisory Letter Reinforcing Position on Dealer Convenience Fees
The Indiana Department of Financial Institutions (the “IDFI” or the “Department”) recently issued Consumer Credit Advisory Letter 2018-02 (the “Advisory”) providing further guidance to financial institutions and auto dealers who assess an electronic… 
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